Adams has shaped her career in project management, inspired by a family legacy of first responders. Growing up surrounded by retired rangers, mail carriers, railroad nurses, police officers and military personnel, she learned the value of service and resilience early on. For Adams, the noble cause of making power was a calling, and she found her niche in the technical and team-oriented environment of the nuclear industry.����
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Starting her career in operations, Adams quickly knew she wanted to learn every aspect of��operating��a plant. After years as a plant operator, her passion for cross-functional teamwork led her to move into project management within the engineering sector. She recognized that building connections and strong relationships was key to success in project management, enabling effective communication and progress in complex projects.����

Trust is essential in project management, and Adams has fostered this trust with her colleagues throughout her career at Entergy. This trust is��evident��in the successful outcome of her projects. Her efforts created a supportive environment where every team member thrived and effectively addressed the challenges that arose.����

As Adams reflects on her development over the years, she credits her mother with instilling the importance of paving the way for future generations of women, teaching her that every action she takes impacts those who will follow. “The women who come today set the stage for those who come tomorrow,” Adams said.����

Committed to recognizing the��hard work��of her team, Adams strives to ensure that strong contributions do not go unnoticed. She��demonstrates��that leadership is not just about authority but also about empowering others.����
Adam’s ability to build trust and support within her team has been a crucial factor in her success. By creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered, she has not only contributed to multiple project achievements but has also strengthened the foundation for future collaboration within the organization.��

“Our success during this time of growth requires all facets of our business to work in lockstep with one another internally, as well as with our external stakeholders. Our relationships with the Mississippi Public Service Commission and staff are key to achieving regulatory outcomes that support our customers’ needs,” said Haley Fisackerly, Entergy Mississippi president and CEO.

“Tianna’s counsel has been vital to many of our successes over recent years, including landing Amazon Web Services, bringing significant value to our customers. Her deep knowledge of the company and the regulatory environment, as well as her stellar leadership, will position us for a seamless transition as we embark on the next chapter of our transformation.”

In addition to managing relationships with our regulatory authorities, Raby will set the company’s regulatory strategy, including stakeholder engagement for regulatory issues, and lead efforts to manage cases before the Commission to ensure Entergy Mississippi’s rates remain affordable for customers.

Raby joined Entergy’s legal department in 2014 as senior counsel in the litigation group and later became managing counsel. While in litigation, she managed casualty and commercial litigation matters. Raby later moved to serve as managing counsel in legal regulatory and was promoted to assistant general counsel in 2020. Before joining Entergy, she was a partner in the Jackson office of a civil litigation defense firm where she defended clients in a wide spectrum of claims.

She graduated from Howard University with a bachelor’s degree in human communications and earned her Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University. Raby is a member of both the Mississippi State Bar and the Louisiana State Bar.

As an active community volunteer, Raby supports the Mississippi Volunteer Lawyer Program and serves on the Advisory Council for the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She is also a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Jack and Jill of America, Inc., The Links, Inc., and the Junior League of Jackson.

Raby succeeds Jeremy Vanderloo, who was appointed vice president of business operations and strategy earlier this year.

About Entergy Mississippi

Entergy Mississippi, LLC provides electricity to approximately 459,000 customers in 45 counties. Entergy Mississippi is a subsidiary of ���ϳԹ���. Entergy produces, transmits and distributes electricity to power life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing for growth and improved reliability and resilience of our energy system while working to keep energy rates affordable for our customers. We’re also investing in cleaner energy generation like modern natural gas, nuclear and renewable energy. A nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship, we deliver more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to the communities we serve through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at����and connect with��@EntergyMS��on social media.

Simmons actively volunteers with Special Olympics, participates in school backpack programs, organizes food drives, and is engaged with the Angel Tree Program. Each of these experiences reflects his commitment to improving the lives of others and nurturing a sense of community.

“Working for Entergy has opened new avenues for volunteering and has introduced me to programs I wasn’t aware of,” said Simmons. “I appreciate the company’s encouragement to volunteer and take part in these activities.”

From an early age, Simmons was surrounded by the values of community involvement and making a difference. Growing up in a family that prioritized volunteering, he continues that commitment with his own children, instilling the same principles of community and kindness. As a Freemason, Simmons adheres to the core principles which align with his passion for volunteerism and service, making helping others a joyful part of his life.

One of Simmons’ most memorable volunteer experiences was assisting at a local nursing home during a fishing derby. One of the women he was helping had never been fishing. When she caught her first fish, her excitement and joy was overwhelming, and Simmons was glad that making those memories briefly took her mind away from her ailments.

Learn more about Entergy’s commitment to volunteer service.

For those of us who have seen one too many movies featuring mobsters, the term “fixer” might have a nefarious connotation. However, for Entergy Mississippi team member Andrew Hearn’s daughter, it describes what her father does for a living and what she wants to do when she grows up. As a serviceman in the Rankin network, Hearn is often called out to “fix things” and restore power to customers following storms or other power interruptions.

Having worked with Entergy for more than 20 years, Hearn has a tremendous amount of experience keeping the lights on, serving in the Madison network, the Jackson network, the Distribution Operations Center and, for the past several years, the Rankin network. Throughout his time at Entergy, from the training he received during the three-month boot camp at Entergy’s Knowledge and Skills Training Center in Clinton to his current work, safety has been stressed.

“The trainers stress safety from day one,” said Hearn. “They would teach what to do and how to do it safely. We want to go home at the end of the day and they want us to return to our families, so they preach safety.”

Hearn’s family, including his wife, Melissa, and daughters, Reagan and Ellery, is at the heart of the reason that safety is so important to him. They know how hard he works and when he is called at night or on weekends to restore power for other families. Ellery takes it especially hard when he leaves but is very proud of the work he does.

“She always makes it a point to tell me to be careful,” said Hearn. A talented artist, Ellery loves to draw and has given him artistic reminders to be safe that he carries in his truck.

Hearn has long admired custom-made glove and sleeve bags but found they were not very budget-friendly. Instead of ordering an expensive custom bag, he took a standard-issue glove and sleeve bag and gave Ellery the opportunity to customize it for him. While her only instructions were to have fun, her artistic touch did more than make the bag more attractive, it also reinforced the safety messages that are stressed on the job each day, with the phrases “Be safe, Daddy” and “I ♥ you” added along with the butterflies, stars and hearts she drew on the bag.

“I love my job, but my family is the reason I do it,” said Hearn. “My family is my life.”

It is often said that “experience is the teacher of all things.” This is especially true when it comes to safety, which Hearn learned first-hand. Four years ago, he was involved in a serious accident and spent 13 days in the hospital and six months recuperating before returning to work.

“I take a lot of pride in my work and in doing it right,” said Hearn. “I missed something and made an error. I was fortunate to walk away, eventually, but that day opened my eyes.”

That experience and others during his 20+ years in the industry have shaped him so that he lives safely and shares the gospel of safety with others, starting with his family and reminding them to be safe. He provides his daughter with her own PPE—a yellow safety vest and gloves—when she helps him with tasks outdoors. She wears them with pride.

He also helps give Arcs and Sparks demonstrations in the community, helping both children and adults understand the importance of respecting electricity and how to stay safe around power lines. He serves as the safety chairperson for the Rankin office and previously served as a representative on Entergy’s Health and Safety Board. He has good advice for those just starting out in the field.

“Don’t be afraid to ask questions or stop work if something doesn’t feel right,” said Hearn. “Don’t cut corners. Use the safety tools provided by the company and take your time to do it right.”

And he always remembers the reason for doing his tasks the right, and safe, way.

“I work safely so I can come home every day.”

“I grew up at Grand Gulf,” said Rogers. “I remember when I first applied for the job. I was so terrified. It was my first real grown-up job. I can remember shaking during my interview.”��

Rogers’��operations class was the first group hired in six years after the plant start up. He said there was a surplus of operators left over from when Mississippi Power and Light Company, now Entergy, decided to stop construction on Grand Gulf after the Three Mile Island nuclear plant accident in Pennsylvania in 1979.��

“It was so eerie when construction stopped,” he said. “It was almost like a ghost town. Tools were left in place. It was just like it was waiting for the workers to return.”��

Rogers grew up in nearby Vicksburg, so Grand Gulf has always been home to him. His mother was one of the first female Instrument and Control technicians hired back in 1985 when the plant went into commercial operation. Rogers remembers finishing his degree in electronics and his mother encouraging him to apply for the operations job. It was a decision he said he has never regretted.��

“This place has been my home for so long,” said Rogers. “I worked eight–hour shifts back then for six days straight. I spent more time with my coworkers than my family, so they became my family. I’ve always had a great relationship with former and current employees.”��

Rogers has held various positions in operations, maintenance and training during his tenure at Grand Gulf. He has used all that knowledge from over the years to help build the proficiency of current operators going through license classes.��

“Over the last 40 years, we have taken all that operating experience and built it into procedures,” he said. “I tell my operators now, ‘just follow the procedure.’ I take a lot of pride in making operators better and feeling confident that when they are out in the plant, they have the skills and ability to run it efficiently.”��

Rogers said he plans to retire in 2026, but he will always be proud of the friends he has made along the way.��

From an early age, Sanford was drawn to mathematics and problem-solving which led him to a career in engineering. “I found the nature of engineering appealing because success is measured by objective results, either the design works or it doesn’t,” he explained.������

Throughout his career, Sanford has often been one of a few, if not the only, Black professionals on his team. While this presented challenges,��including the weight of representation and the need for heightened awareness in professional settings, he found strength in self-confidence and a commitment to mentorship. “It has given me a deeper understanding of the importance of inclusion, not just for those who share my background,��but for all underrepresented groups.”����

His role in the nuclear industry takes on even greater significance as he paves the way for future engineers. “Representation matters,” he said. “Being here means that younger students, especially from marginalized backgrounds, can see that a career in nuclear engineering is possible for them too.”����

Since joining Waterford 3, Sanford has played a critical role in multiple engineering disciplines, including central programs engineering, systems engineering and electrical design engineering. His expertise spans across regulatory compliance, troubleshooting complex plant issues and optimizing preventative maintenance strategies to enhance reliability.������

As a leader within the DIB group, Sanford is passionate about expanding outreach efforts to local schools and underserved communities. He envisions partnerships with other industries and educational institutions to create mentorship programs, site tours and academic support initiatives.����

Looking ahead, Sanford sees inclusion as a defining factor in shaping the future workforce. “Younger generations prioritize diversity when choosing employers. Companies, like Entergy, that embrace these values will attract the best minds in STEM,” he said.��

From an early age, Sanford was drawn to mathematics and problem-solving which led him to a career in engineering. “I found the nature of engineering appealing because success is measured by objective results, either the design works or it doesn’t,” he explained.������

Throughout his career, Sanford has often been one of a few, if not the only, Black professionals on his team. While this presented challenges,��including the weight of representation and the need for heightened awareness in professional settings, he found strength in self-confidence and a commitment to mentorship. “It has given me a deeper understanding of the importance of inclusion, not just for those who share my background,��but for all underrepresented groups.”����

His role in the nuclear industry takes on even greater significance as he paves the way for future engineers. “Representation matters,” he said. “Being here means that younger students, especially from marginalized backgrounds, can see that a career in nuclear engineering is possible for them too.”����

Since joining Waterford 3, Sanford has played a critical role in multiple engineering disciplines, including central programs engineering, systems engineering and electrical design engineering. His expertise spans across regulatory compliance, troubleshooting complex plant issues and optimizing preventative maintenance strategies to enhance reliability.������

As a leader within the DIB group, Sanford is passionate about expanding outreach efforts to local schools and underserved communities. He envisions partnerships with other industries and educational institutions to create mentorship programs, site tours and academic support initiatives.����

Looking ahead, Sanford sees inclusion as a defining factor in shaping the future workforce. “Younger generations prioritize diversity when choosing employers. Companies, like Entergy, that embrace these values will attract the best minds in STEM,” he said.��

After earning her civil engineering degree from Mississippi State University, she embraced the unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy production at River Bend, a facility closest to the community she loves.��

“I have been fortunate enough to participate in numerous plant walk-downs, including a walkdown of the upper fuel pool and reactor itself. I am grateful for my experienced coworkers, especially the civil engineers, for generously involving me in their projects,” Noble said. “I have enjoyed performing the calculations and behind-the-scenes actions and then witnessing the execution of the work in the field.”����

Haley credits her mother-in-law, Shanna Noble, who is also a civil engineer, as a significant mentor.����

“She has taught me that in this field, the most important measure of success is not about how well you complete your own challenging work,��but the impact you can have on those around you. She often emphasizes that people never forget how you make them feel when you contribute to their success,” Noble said. “The philosophy of putting others first resonates with me and changes my everyday point of view.”��

Additionally, Noble acknowledges her mother, Cristy Walker, as a crucial influence in her life.����

“My mother has always encouraged me to pursue a challenging career path. She supported me throughout my undergraduate journey, celebrating my successes and guiding me through the difficult times. She continually pushes me to strive for excellence and to never settle for less than my best. I truly would not have made it to where I am today without her support,” Noble said. “Having such remarkable and inspiring women in my life has been an incredible blessing.”��

As an advocate for future engineers, Noble actively participates in organizations like the North American Young Generation in Nuclear and Women in Nuclear. She aims to inspire the next generation of female engineers by sharing her journey and highlighting the fulfilling opportunities within the field.��

“To young women considering a career in engineering, I encourage you to go for it! It takes a lot of perseverance, self-confidence and willpower, but if you have a drive for problem-solving and enjoy developing innovative solutions, engineering can be an incredibly rewarding path where you can make a difference in the world.”��

This Women’s History Month let’s celebrate Haley Noble and all the women supporting the River Bend team and paving the way for future generations.��

In 2016, Parks started her Entergy career as a decontamination technician at New York’s Indian Point ���ϳԹ��� Center, which closed in 2021. But quickly she realized she wanted more. ������

“I knew I didn’t want to stop there,” Parks recalls. “I looked into radiation protection, took the test, earned my quals, and became an RP technician. It’s something I love doing and I’m very passionate about it.”������

Parks’s journey led her to Waterford 3 Steam Electric Station in Kilona, La., where she has spent the past three years expanding her expertise in a fast-paced environment, monitoring contamination and radiation levels while ensuring the safety of the public and plant personnel. “It’s fun to me,” she said. “I feel like you never work a day in your life if you enjoy what you are doing.” ����

Mentorship played a critical role in Park’s development. She credits retired RP Tech��Duane��Miller��as a key figure in her career, as well as��Brittany Scott, a former Arkansas Nuclear One technician who inspired her. “I remember my second planned maintenance and refueling outage, seeing Scott at the desk, confidently explaining nuclear concepts like it was her first language. I told myself, ‘I want that to be me one day.’” ����

Years later Parks found herself in that very position, knowledgeable, respected and helping guide work crews through RP procedures. “I looked back and realized that I had achieved my goal.”��������

Leadership and the power of representation������

Parks isn’t the only woman making strides at Waterford 3. She highlights the impact of��Melody (Mel) Gibson,��RP��manager, as a trailblazer. “Mel started in housekeeping and is now the radiation protection manager. That is major. She came in dominating, bringing new ideas and pushing our program forward.” ����

Beyond her leadership role, Gibson serves as a mentor and advocate. “She pushes you to be the best version of yourself,” Parks said. “She’s paving the way for future women in the industry.” ����

Advice for women and the next generation of female nuclear professionals������

For young women considering careers in STEM and nuclear, Park’s message is clear: never stop learning.������

“Use your resources and learn as much as you can. If you want to get a degree in nuclear, go for it. Find a mentor, that’s one of the biggest things. There are people willing to teach,��and that’s a good thing.”��������

Lisa also encourages women to push past limitations. “When they tell you what you can’t do, show them what you can do.”������

Her final advice to the future generation of female nuclear professionals? “Never limit yourself.”��

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” is an often-quoted Chinese proverb credited to philosopher Lao Tzu. For Entergy Mississippi team member Quintaurus Wright, it is more than just a quote. He is living proof that small steps can lead to incredible results.

A planner/scheduler in Jackson, Wright stays busy scheduling work for large construction projects and wasn’t sure he had time to attend the annual health screening held last year at his office. While he had attended some of the health screenings in the past, it had been four or five years since the last one.

Lucky for him, friends and fellow employees knew the importance of getting your “numbers,” the readings from high blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol tests usually administered at the health screenings. These tests can provide crucial information about someone’s health. His friends strongly encouraged him—some might say twisted his arm—to attend the health screening. With this encouragement, he took the first step in his journey—signing up for the health screening.

When he took his second step, attending the health screening, he knew his blood pressure might be high, as it had been in the past. However, he didn’t expect what happened next. The health professionals looked at his numbers and told him that his glucose reading was very high. It was so high, in fact, that he might be diabetic and suggested that he seek additional medical guidance.

Wright then made an appointment with a local physician, who diagnosed him with Type 2 diabetes, put him on medication and suggested that he adopt a healthy diet and incorporate exercise into his activities.

“The diabetes diagnosis really woke me up and opened my eyes,” said Wright. “It made me think of my family and the family members I had lost due to the disease. I began eating right and exercising. I took it very seriously.”

Now, Wright takes steps every day to lead a healthy life. He stays away from fried foods, sweets and sweetened, carbonated beverages. He limits the carbohydrates he includes in his meals and replaced the bread he used to buy with a low-carb option.

He enjoys a variety of different types of exercises, including strength training, walking indoors on a treadmill, walking outdoors when the weather permits and riding a bicycle.

“It was hard at first, giving up the foods I loved and my favorite drink, pineapple Crush,” said Wright. “But I was focused. I wanted to live for my children and my family. I am so thankful for the people in my life that cared.”

These small and not-so-small steps have resulted in significant changes. His numbers continue to improve. His once-monthly visits to the doctor were reduced to every three months. At his last visit, just a couple of weeks ago, the doctor told him he could wait six months before his next appointment. The doctor has taken him off one of his three medications.

He feels better and sleeps better. He is no longer always thirsty—a symptom of the diabetes that he did not recognize as such prior to the health screenings. The numbers on the scales have changed dramatically. Wright has dropped from 345 pounds prior to his lifestyle changes to his current weight of 235 pounds.

“My co-workers no longer call me ‘Big Q,’” said Wright. “They now call me ‘lowercase q.’”

His advice for anyone who has access to health screenings?

“Do the health screenings. You never know what’s going on within the body. If it weren’t for the health screening, I wouldn’t be living a healthier life today. I will forever go to any we have in the future and I’m so grateful to my friends that encouraged me to go last year.”

Wright recently celebrated his birthday and, this year, he and his wife, Lakendra, a teacher in Byram, and their three daughters, Shaquondra, Shataria, and Quintaria, had a lot to celebrate. His lifestyle changes have given all of them the greatest gift of all—many more birthdays with their husband and father.